Serena Diaz, MA, LCSW, Therapist in Schaumburg, Illinois

Hi, I’m Serena Diaz, and I help adolescents, teens, and adults across Illinois navigate emotional challenges, relationship concerns, and life stressors through compassionate, evidence-based therapy. At LifeStance Health, I provide individual, couples, and family therapy, partnering with my clients to better understand their experiences, strengthen coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change. My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and supportive, and I strive to create an environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered as we work together toward your personal goals. I have particular expertise in helping individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and PTSD/trauma. I understand that these challenges can affect every aspect of life, from relationships and work to self-esteem and overall well-being. My goal is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can process difficult experiences, build resilience, and develop practical tools to manage symptoms and improve your daily life. In addition to supporting clients with anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns, I work with adolescents, teens, and adults facing ADHD, relationship challenges, childhood behavioral concerns, and other mental health conditions. I also help couples and families improve communication, work through conflict, and strengthen their connections. My approach incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and couples counseling techniques, while drawing from additional therapeutic interventions to meet the unique needs of each individual, couple, or family I work with. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I believe that effective therapy honors each person’s strengths while addressing the barriers that may be preventing growth. I am committed to building a therapeutic relationship grounded in trust, curiosity, and genuine understanding. Together, we can explore challenges, recognize patterns, and develop new perspectives that help you move forward with greater confidence, self-awareness, and hope. I earned degrees from the University of Chicago and the University of Iowa and completed additional studies at William Rainey Harper College. My educational background complements my commitment to providing thoughtful, individualized mental health care that is tailored to each client’s unique experiences and goals. Outside of my clinical work, I enjoy baking, spending time with my cat, exploring social media trends, playing Fortnite, connecting with family, and taking on creative DIY projects. I value the balance of creativity, connection, and personal growth in my own life, and those interests help shape the authenticity, warmth, and perspective I bring to my work with clients.